Now that this entire situation is in the past, Kap and the 49ers can focus on the upcoming season. The team has reached the NFC Championship Game in three consecutive seasons and made it to the Super Bowl two years ago, but they have been unable to close the deal.

If the Niners are to finally get over the hump in 2014, then Kaepernick will play a huge role. The 49ers organization obviously has a great deal of confidence in his ability, as Kaepernick recently inked a contract extension that will keep him in San Francisco through the 2020 NFL season, per 49ers.com.

Among those who are excited about Kaepernick's development into a franchise quarterback is 49ers general manager Trent Baalke.

"Colin's hard work and dedication have played an integral role in the recent success of the 49ers organization," Baalke said. "His work ethic, leadership and on-field production have positively influenced our team, and we look forward to his continued growth in all areas."

Even if Kaepernick knew he was innocent all along, the fact that this can now be put behind him before the 2014 season officially begins has to be a huge relief; he can now solely focus on football. The team continues to add weapons around him, such as newly acquired receiver Stevie Johnson, so there's much excitement surrounding the upcoming season.

Kaepernick has all the tools necessary to be an elite NFL quarterback, and the fact that the 49ers believe in him and his character should go a long way.